Data Sheet
Cisco Video Surveillance 2500 Series IP Camera
®
The Cisco Video Surveillance 2500 Series IP Camera is a high-resolution, feature-rich digital camera
designed for superior performance in a wide variety of video surveillance applications. The camera
employs MPEG-4 and MJPEG compression to stream 30 frames per second (fps) at D1 NTSC resolution
(720 x 480) or 25 fps at D1 PAL resolution (720 x 576), offering efficient network utilization while providing
high-quality video. Contact closures and two-way audio allow integration with microphones, speakers, and
access control systems. (Note: Not all features are supported when using the camera with Cisco Video
Surveillance Manager.) With its open, standards-based design, the camera provides an ideal platform for
integration and operation as an independent device or as part of a Cisco Video Surveillance network.
Figure 1.
Figure 1. Wireless and Wired IP Cameras Shown with Optional DC Auto Iris Lens
The Cisco Video Surveillance 2500 Series IP Camera offers a variety of benefits, including:
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Wide dynamic range. The camera employs powerful digital imaging technology, allowing it to capture highquality images in a wide variety of lighting conditions. It uses a progressive scan image sensor with global
electronic shuttering to ensure natural color rendition, zero blooming and smear, and minimal motion blurring.
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Dual streaming. The camera can stream MPEG-4 and MJPEG video simultaneously. Each video stream
canbe configured with individual resolution, quality, and frame rate settings.• Day/night operation. The camera
provides true day/night functionality that includes an IR filter that automatically switches to night mode in low
light scenes. This function can be set to manual or automatic control.
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Flexible power options. The wired version of the 2500 camera supports Power over Ethernet (PoE) 802.3af
or DC power through an optional external power supply.
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Wireless capabilities. The wireless IP camera model supports 1 x 2 Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO)
communication, which provides better data throughput and higher link range than single antenna designs.
The wireless IP camera offers strong wireless security using Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA)/WPA2 and
supports various network protocols for 802.1x authentication.
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Embedded security and networking.* The camera provides 802.1X authentication and hardware-based
Advanced Encryption Standard (AES). For enhanced bandwidth management, the camera supports
IP Multicast.
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Event notification.* The camera can examine designated areas in the video for motion activity and then
notify users or other applications when it detects activity that exceeds a predefined threshold. The camera
also provides two digital inputs and two digital outputs that can be used to initiate specific actions when an
alarm is detected.
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Mounting options.* The camera can be installed with a fixed mount or with an optional external pan/tilt
mount and motorized zoom lens.
Note:
Features with an asterisk are not available when the camera is used with Cisco Video
Surveillance Manager.
Features
Table 1 describes the features of the Cisco Video Surveillance 2500 Series IP Camera.
Table 1.
Cisco Video Surveillance 2500 Series IP Camera Features
Item
Specification
Imaging Device
1/3-in. progressive-scan CMOS sensor with wide dynamic range
Image Control
Automatic white balance (AWB), automatic back lighting, automatic gain control (AGC), automatic exposure (AE),
auto/manual iris
Dynamic Range
102 dB typical/120 dB maximum
Minimum Illumination
● Color mode: F1.4 @ 0.65 lux
● Black and white mode: F1.4 @ 0.08 lux
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR)
>48 dB
Lens Selection
Accepts manual or DC auto iris lens
Lens Mount
CS mount
Shutter Speed
Electronic shutter
Video Compression
MPEG-4 SP level 0 to 4, ASP level 0 to 5
Audio Compression*
G.711 A-Law, G.711 U-Law, G.726
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR)
>48 dB
Resolution and Frame Rate
● NTSC/PAL
● 720 x 480/576 @ 30/25 fps (D1)
● 704 x 480/576 @ 30/25 fps (4CIF)
● 352 x 240/288 @ 30/25 fps (CIF)
Video Streaming
● Single-stream MPEG-4 up to D1 720 x 480/576 @ 30/25 fps
● Single-stream MJPEG up to D1 720 x 480/576 @ 15 fps
● Dual-stream: MPEG-4 and MJPEG
● Primary stream MPEG-4 programmable up to 704 x 480/576 @ 25/20 fps
● Secondary stream MPEG-4/MJPEG (selectable) programmable up to 352 x 240/288 @ up to 15 fps
Protocols*
Dynamic Host Control Protocol (DHCP), File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP), Secure
HTTP (HTTPS), Network Time Protocol (NTP), Real-Time Transport Protocol (RTP), Real-Time Streaming Protocol
(RTSP), Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP), Secure Sockets Layer/Transport Layer Security (SSL/TLS),
Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)
Quality of Service (QoS)*
Differentiated services code point (DSCP) marking
Power
Power Consumption
● 12 VDC, through optional external power supply, available separately
● PoE (802.3af) @ 48V/0.3A (wired only)
11W (max)
* Not supported when the camera is used with Cisco Video Surveillance Manager.
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Wireless Specifications
Table 2 provides wireless specifications for the Cisco Video Surveillance 2500 Series IP Camera.
Table 2.
Cisco Video Surveillance 2500 Series IP Camera Wireless Specifications
Item
Specification
Wireless Interface
802.11b/g
Transmitted Power
● 802.11g:12–14 dBm
● 802.11b:16–18 dBm
Receive Sensitivity
● 802.11g: 54 Mbps @ –75 dBm
● 802.11b: 11 Mbps @ –88 dBm
Data Rate
● 802.11g: 6–54 Mbps
● 802.11b: 1–11 Mbps
Antenna Gain
2 dBi
Antenna Connector Type
Reverse polarity SMA
Mode
Infrastructure
Protocols*
802.1x, AES, Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP), Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP), WPA/WPA2 Personal,
WPA/WPA2 Enterprise, Extensible Authentication Protocol-Transport Layer Security (EAP-TLS), EAP-Tunneled
TLS (EAP-TTLS), Microsoft Challenge-Handshake Authentication Protocol (MS-CHAP), MS-CHAPv2, Protected
EAP (PEAP), EAP-Message Digest 5 (EAP-MD5)
Connectors
Table 3 describes the connectivity and connectors of the Cisco Video Surveillance 2500 Series IP Camera.
Table 3.
Cisco Video Surveillance 2500 Series IP Camera Connectors
Item
Specification
Network Connectivity
10/100 BASE-TX Ethernet with RJ-45 connector
Video
1 analog output BNC connector, 75 ohms
Audio*
● 1, 3.5-mm output jack for optional external speaker
● 1, 3.5-mm input jack for optional external microphone
● Built-in microphone
● Two-way (full- and half-duplex), one-way, or audio off
Serial Port*
RS-485 (2-wire), Pelco D protocol only
Alarm Input*
2, logic level programmable
Alarm Output*
2, logic level programmable
Power Input
2-pin terminal
* Not supported when the camera is used with Cisco Video Surveillance Manager.
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Software
Table 4 describes the primary features of the Cisco Video Surveillance 2500 Series IP Camera software.
Table 4.
Cisco Video Surveillance 2500 Series IP Camera Primary Software Features
Item
Specification
Activity Detection
4 user-definable motion detection areas, e-mail alert, and FTP uploading of captured video or JPEG snapshots
triggered by motion alert
Wireless Security
Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) 64/128, Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP), Wi-Fi Protected Access Preshared
Key (WPA-PSK), WPA2
Video Format
NTSC and PAL
Day/night Settings
Auto or manual day/night operation with user-definable thresholds
Image Settings
Configurable brightness, sharpness, contrast, saturation, and white balance
Overlay Capabilities
Time, date, and text
Selectable Bit Rate
Support for Constant Bit Rate or Variable Bit Rate* (constant quality)
IP Filtering*
Users can enter a list of allowed or blocked IP addresses for viewing video and configuring camera settings
Discovery*
Cisco Discovery Protocol, Bonjour Zero-Configuration discovery
Configuration
● Browser-based using Internet Explorer 6.x with SP2 and later
● Multiple user access levels with password protection
* Not supported when the camera is used with Cisco Video Surveillance Manager.
Specifications
Table 5 provides specifications of the Cisco Video Surveillance 2500 Series IP Camera.
Table 5.
Cisco Video Surveillance 2500 Series IP Camera Specifications
Item
Specification
Housing
Aluminum
LEDs
Power, Ethernet link, and activity
Dimensions (L x W x H)
● 4.8 x 3.1 x 2 in.
● 122 x 80 x 50 mm
Weight
● 1.15 lb
● 0.52 kg
Certifications
Safety:
EMC-Emissions:
EMC-Immunity:
IEC 60950-1:2001
FCC Part 12 Subpart B, Class B
EN 55024
EN 60950-2:2001 +A11:2004
CISPR 22 Class B
EN 61000-4-2
ICES-003, Class B
EN 61000-4-3
ANSI C63.4
EN 61000-4-4
EN 55022: Class B
EN 61000-4-5
EN 61000-3-2
EN 61000-4-6
EN61000-3-3
EN 61000-4-8
EN 61000-4-11
Operating Temperature
● 32 to 122°F
● 0 to 50°C
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Figure 2 shows the dimensions of the Cisco Video Surveillance 2500 Series IP Cameras.
Figure 2.
Cisco Video Surveillance 2500 Series IP Camera Dimensions
Package Contents
Table 6 describes the items that ship with the Cisco Video Surveillance 2500 Series IP Camera.
Table 6.
Package Contents
Item
Cisco Video Surveillance 2500 Series IP Camera (wired or wireless model)
Accessories: Lens opening dust cap, mounting hole protector, terminal block for power connection, C mount lens adaptor, 0.9-mm Allen wrench, two
antennas (wireless model only)
Regulatory compliance and safety information
Quick start guide
Availability
The Cisco Video Surveillance 2500 Series IP Camera is available through Cisco Authorized Technology Provider
(ATP) Partners.
Ordering Information
Table 7 lists the part numbers for the Cisco Video Surveillance 2500 Series IP Camera and for the lenses that the
camera supports.
Table 7.
Ordering Information
Part Number
Description
CIVS-IPC-2500
Cisco Video Surveillance 2500 Series IP Camera, Full Resolution, Day/Night
CIVS-IPC-2500W
Cisco Video Surveillance 2500Series IP Camera, Full Resolution, Day/Night, Wireless
CIVS-PWRPAC-12V
Cisco VIdeo Surveillance External Dual-Voltage Power Supply for Encode/Decode
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Part Number
Description
Lenses
CIVS-IPC-VT38
Cisco IP Camera Tamron 3–8 mm Varifocal Lens
CIVS-IPC-VT31
Cisco IP Camera Tamron 3–11 mm Varifocal Lens
CIVS-IPC-VT55
Cisco IP Camera Tamron 5–50 mm Varifocal Lens
CIVS-IPC-VF38
Cisco IP Camera Fujinon 3–8 mm Varifocal Lens
CIVS-IPC-VF31
Cisco IP Camera Fujinon 3–11 mm Varifocal Lens
CIVS-IPC-VF55
Cisco IP Camera Fujinon 5–50 mm Varifocal Lens
Using the Camera with Cisco Video Surveillance Manager
Features that are marked with an asterisk (*) are not supported when using the camera with Cisco Video
Surveillance Manager. Please refer to the Release Notes for Cisco Video Surveillance Manager 4.2/6.2 for more
information:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/security/physical_security/video_surveillance/network/media_server/6_2/release_n
otes/rn42_62.pdf
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